1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1983 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Gemini | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
