1950 Holden FX vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 37 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 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
