1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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, 1981 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
