1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1983 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Allegro | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
