1953 Holden FX vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird is newer by 25 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 190 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FX | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
