1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1961 Fiat Berline 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 300 kg more than 1950 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Berline | FX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
