1945 Austin 16 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini.
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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 16 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
