1951 Holden FX vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 59 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | FX | Brera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
