1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. 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, 1961 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Holden | Riley |
Model | Gemini | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |