1950 Holden FX vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 40 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | FX | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |