1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
