1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini. 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, 1948 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | 2-Litre | Gemini |
Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |