1951 Holden FX vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 56 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | FX | Exige |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |