1951 Holden FX vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1981 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 30 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, 1981 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 118 kg more than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | FX | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
