1949 Holden FX vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 30 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, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 2 kg more than 1979 Renault 5.
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, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 1979 Renault 5 | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | FX | 5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |