1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
