1949 Holden FX vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1953 Morris Minor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Holden FX (51 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 182 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. 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, 1949 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Holden | Morris |
Model | FX | Minor |
Year Released | 1949 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 27 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |