1951 Holden FX vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 49 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 482 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 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FX | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |