1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 745 kg more than 1953 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Impala | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
