1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Seicento | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
