1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1951 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 132 | FX |
Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |