1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 22 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 365 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | FX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
