1953 Holden FX vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Holden FX weights approximately 208 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Holden FX | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | FX | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |