1948 Holden FX vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 487 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 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
