1953 Holden FX vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 440 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 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | FX | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
