1949 Holden FX vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 62 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 368 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 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FX | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
