1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 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 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Gemini | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
