1950 Holden FX vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 55 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 615 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | FX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
