1950 Holden FX vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1959 Mitsubishi A10 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Holden FX (51 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | A10 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2070 mm |
