1950 Holden FX vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 61 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 298 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, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Cube |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
