1950 Holden FX vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1961 Peugeot 404 is newer by 11 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, 1961 Peugeot 404 (62 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 95 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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | FX | 404 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
