1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1956 Fiat 1100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Holden FX (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Holden FX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 1948 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1948 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1948 Holden FX | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1100 | FX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 73 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |