1953 Holden FX vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 56 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1516 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX. 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | FX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
