1948 Holden FX vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 47 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 725 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.
Because 1948 Holden FX 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 1948 Holden FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | FX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
