1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
