1951 Holden FX vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 34 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 25 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 274 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FX | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
