2000 Seat Leon vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 356 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 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 1978 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Seat | Holden |
Model | Leon | Gemini |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |