1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 255 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
