1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 106 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
