1951 Austin A vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 270 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 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:
1951 Austin A | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A | Gemini |
Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |