1950 Holden FX vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 57 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Toyota Auris, 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Auris |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
