1948 Holden FX vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 62 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 896 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
