1951 Holden FX vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Holden FX (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | FX | 500 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2070 mm |