1950 Holden FX vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 22 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, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 4 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
