1952 Holden FX vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 57 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 590 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Armada |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
