2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 16 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 525 kg more 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Doblo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
