1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1960 Austin A 99 is newer by 8 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1952 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1952 Holden FX | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 99 | FX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
