1952 Holden FX vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 47 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 670 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FX | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
