1950 Holden FX vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 1979 Tatra T613 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 720 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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | FX | T613 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
