1972 Ford Escort vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1972 Ford Escort 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Escort | 1950 Holden FX | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | FX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |