1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 11 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, 1950 Holden FX (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 108 | FX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2165 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 | 57 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
