1951 Holden FX vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 45 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 94 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, 1996 Mazda 121, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | 121 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
