1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 360 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | FX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
