1964 Skoda Felicia vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 70 kg more than 1964 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1986 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Skoda Felicia | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Skoda | Holden |
| Model | Felicia | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
