1953 Holden FX vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida is newer by 24 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 150 kg more than 1953 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
