1951 Holden FX vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 16 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Holden | Willys-Overland |
Model | FX | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |