1950 Holden FX vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 48 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 368 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.
Because 1950 Holden FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Holden FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FX | Picnic |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |