1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
