1952 Holden FX vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1993 Venturi Coupe is newer by 41 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Coupe (197 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 285 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, 1993 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | FX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
