1952 Holden FX vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 31 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 205 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | FX | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
