1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Dardo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
