1950 Holden FX vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 24 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 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (108 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 845 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
