1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1949 Holden FX
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 598 kg more than 1949 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1949 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1949 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1949 Holden FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Sedan | FX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
