1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
