1948 Holden FX vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 60 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1948 Holden FX.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
