1950 Holden FX vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1780 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 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3099 mm |
