1950 Holden FX vs. 1979 Lada 1200
To start off, 1979 Lada 1200 is newer by 29 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, 1979 Lada 1200 (61 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200.
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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 1979 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | FX | 1200 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 61 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |