1950 Holden FX vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 51 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | FX | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
