1949 Holden FX vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 688 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus 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 Microbus | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
