1948 Holden FX vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 52 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 490 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FX | NSX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
