1951 Holden FX vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 51 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, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight.
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, 2002 Honda Insight, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FX | Insight |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |