1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1953 Holden FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Holden FX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
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, 1952 Fiat 8V (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 8V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 8V | FX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
