1952 Holden FX vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 605 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, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | FX | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
