1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1951 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 60 | FX |
Year Released | 1965 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |