1990 Holden Gemini vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1990 Holden Gemini is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 724 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 1959 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Gemini | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Gemini | P5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
