1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 13 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Holden FX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1952 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1952 Holden FX | |
Make | Abarth | Holden |
Model | Mono 1000 | FX |
Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |