1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1968 Fiat 2300 is newer by 16 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1952 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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1952 Holden FX | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 2300 | FX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |