1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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, 1984 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Corsair | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
