1949 Holden FX vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 24 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 17 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FX | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |