1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
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 (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
