1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Gemini weights approximately 375 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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, 1985 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
