1949 Holden FX vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 153 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
