1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1980 Holden Gemini is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1980 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 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini. 1980 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 110 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |