1950 Holden FX vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 58 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1062 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 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Navara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
