1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
