1950 Holden FX vs. 1996 Venturi 400

To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP) has 344 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 180 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Holden FX 1996 Venturi 400
Make Holden Venturi
Model FX 400
Year Released 1950 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2165 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 395 HP
Torque 136 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2500 mm


 

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