1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Holden FX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200.
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, 1952 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1952 Holden FX | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1200 | FX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |