1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 855 kg more than 1981 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | New Yorker | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2410 mm |
