1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1950 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 110 | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2620 mm |
