1990 Holden Gemini vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Holden Gemini is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Rover P4 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Gemini | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Gemini | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
