1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Holden FX (51 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Holden FX weights approximately 244 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 1948 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1948 Holden FX | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 850 | FX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 60 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |