2009 Seat Altea vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 294 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini. 1975 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Altea | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Seat | Holden |
Model | Altea | Gemini |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |