1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1979 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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TA 21 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
