1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 2 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 (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Gemini | Appia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |