1951 Holden FX vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 748 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 Mazda CX-7, 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 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2012 Mazda CX-7 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. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
