1951 Holden FX vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 54 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, 2005 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto.
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, 2005 Kia Picanto, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto 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. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FX | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
