1950 Holden FX vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 600 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 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
