1949 Holden FX vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 25 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, 1974 Volvo 343 (70 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 29 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FX | 343 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
