1952 Holden FX vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 59 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX.
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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | FX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
