1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 433 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Holden |
| Model | Bianchina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
