1951 Holden FX vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 123 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 Kia Rio, 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
