1951 Holden FX vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 61 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, 2012 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Albea weights approximately 181 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, 2012 Fiat Albea, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | FX | Albea |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
