2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Coupe | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
