1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Gemini weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 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, 1985 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1985 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Holden |
| Model | Bianchina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
