1967 Ford 17 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | 17 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
