1950 Holden FX vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 50 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, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 150 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, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FX | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
