1950 Holden FX vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 62 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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, 2012 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | FX | Elise |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
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 | 189 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2299 mm |