1950 Holden FX vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 18 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 245 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FX | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
