1951 Holden FX vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa 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 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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 Mazda Laputa, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FX | Laputa |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |