1953 Holden FX vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1953 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1953 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
