1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1978 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 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 1978 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |