1952 Holden FX vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Holden FX weights approximately 58 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
