1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 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, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
