1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1953 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 2600 | FX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
