1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 37 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 52 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1985 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 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 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini, 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 110 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
