1959 Ford Consul vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 229 kg more than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Because 1959 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini. 1985 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Consul | Gemini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |