1951 Holden FX vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 58 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
