1952 Holden FX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 60 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1791 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | FX | Express |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
