1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1952 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GT | FX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
