2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ducato | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2410 mm |
