1953 Holden FX vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 27 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (57 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 40 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, 1953 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
