1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1975 Alpine A 310 is newer by 25 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, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
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, 1975 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | FX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
