1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 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 24 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 5 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1200 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |