1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1977 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Holden Gemini (127 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1977 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 55 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
