1949 Holden FX vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 61 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1104 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1949 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1949 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | FX | Freelander |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |