1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1975 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 1975 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
