1950 Holden FX vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 56 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1470 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | FX | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
