1950 Holden FX vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 2000 (106 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 325 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 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | FX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
