1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1976 Austin Maxi and 1976 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi, 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, 1976 Holden Gemini (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi. 1976 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1976 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1976 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Austin Maxi | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Maxi | Gemini |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |