1949 Holden FX vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1971 Mazda 1000 is newer by 22 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 2 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 262 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
