1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Gemini | FF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
