1950 Holden FX vs. 1975 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 25 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 2,292 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1975 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
