1959 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Gemini weights approximately 143 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. 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, 1985 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 1985 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort 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 Escort | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Gemini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |