1950 Holden FX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 31 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
