1951 Holden FX vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 43 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 185 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
