1951 Holden FX vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 50 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 410 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, 2001 Opel Meriva, 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
