1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1959 Fiat 2100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 36 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100.
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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 1950 Holden FX | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 2100 | FX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |