1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 350 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
