1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 945 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 |