2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Smart | Holden |
| Model | ForTwo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2410 mm |
