1948 Holden FX vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 272 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique, 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | FX | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
