1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1976 Holden Gemini is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Holden Gemini (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Vedette | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
