1950 Holden FX vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Toyota Publica 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, 1950 Holden FX (51 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
