1951 Holden FX vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 60 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1100 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2011 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. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |