1951 Holden FX vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 15 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FX | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
