1952 Holden FX vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 51 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 580 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1952 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1952 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Holden FX | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FX | Crown |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 212 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |