1949 Holden FX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 56 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 221 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1949 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1949 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Polo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
