1958 Morris Isis vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 360 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Morris | Holden |
| Model | Isis | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
