1977 Holden Gemini vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1977 Holden Gemini is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Gemini | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Gemini | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
