1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
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, 1963 Porsche 356 (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Gemini | 356 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
