1951 Holden FX vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1988 Nissan Micra is newer by 37 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 2 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Holden FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Holden FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
