1952 Holden FX vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 38 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (96 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Holden FX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
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, 1952 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | FX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
