1952 Holden FX vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1952 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, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Holden FX | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FX | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 124 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |