1953 Holden FX vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 57 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 914 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
