1950 Holden FX vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 59 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 560 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.
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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
