1950 Holden FX vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is newer by 10 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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 480 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Holden | Studebaker |
| Model | FX | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 209 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
