1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 137 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1981 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Holden | Hudson |
| Model | Gemini | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
