1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 401 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
