1950 Holden FX vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 21 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 150 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FX | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
