1959 Ford 17M vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | 17M | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
