1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 465 kg more than 1967 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 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:
1967 Fiat 500 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 500 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |