1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 475 kg more than 1951 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Challenger | FX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
