1952 Holden FX vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 35 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, 1952 Holden FX (51 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Holden FX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FX | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
