1951 Holden FX vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 22 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 145 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 1973 Chrysler 160 has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler 160 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | FX | 160 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
