1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 7 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
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-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
