1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1976 Holden Gemini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Holden Gemini (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 55 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |