1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 475 kg more than 1982 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 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Flaminia | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
