1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Gemini | Minor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
