1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Prefect | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
