1950 Holden FX vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 is newer by 23 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, 1973 Porsche 914 (85 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 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 1973 Porsche 914.
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, 1973 Porsche 914 (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FX | 914 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |