1951 Holden FX vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 52 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FX | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
