1979 Austin Marina vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. 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, 1986 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 1986 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Marina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
