1953 Holden FX vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1953 Holden FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Holden FX (51 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Holden FX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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, 1953 Holden FX (136 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1953 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | FX | 8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
