1950 Holden FX vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 28 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, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
