1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Gemini | Six |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
