1948 Holden FX vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 57 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Holden FX weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1948 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1948 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
