1984 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Holden | Daihatsu |
| Model | Gemini | Materia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
