1952 Holden FX vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 1982 Toyota Century is newer by 30 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 835 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, 1982 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 1982 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1952 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1952 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1982 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Century |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
