1952 Holden FX vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 44 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 669 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.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
