1950 Holden FX vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 20 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, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Record |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
