1949 Holden FX vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 37 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, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FX | Drover |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
