1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 66 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1983 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 70 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
