1951 Holden FX vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 41 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 235 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.
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, 1992 Holden Apollo, 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FX | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
