1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Gemini (66 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 60 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
