1950 Holden FX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 60 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1348 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | FX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3645 mm |
