1949 Holden FX vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 318 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.
Because 1949 Holden FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Holden FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
