1950 Holden FX vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 46 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (90 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 745 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Holden FX 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Holden Toyota
Model FX Hi-Ace
Year Released 1950 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2165 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 90 HP
Torque 136 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1960 mm


 

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