1988 Holden Gemini vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Holden Gemini is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Gemini | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
