1967 Alvis TF vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 17 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 580 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TF | FX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
