1951 Holden FX vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 57 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 165 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 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FX | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
