1950 Holden FX vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 455 kg more than 1950 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 1959 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 1959 Alvis TD | |
Make | Holden | Alvis |
Model | FX | TD |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 117 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |