1949 Holden FX vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 44 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 398 kg more than 1949 Holden FX. 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FX | NSX |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
