1952 Holden FX vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 55 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1040 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 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
