1951 Holden FX vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 85 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, 2010 Opel Agila, 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Agila |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
