1948 Holden FX vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 270 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FX | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
