1950 Holden FX vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 52 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, 1950 Holden FX (51 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | FX | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |