2003 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 565 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | Gemini |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |