1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 16 kg more than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1985 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulietta | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
