1951 Holden FX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
