1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 1986 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Lancia | Holden |
Model | Appia | Gemini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |