1953 Holden FX vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 59 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, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 169 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, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FX | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2329 mm |
