1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 605 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.
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 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Aspen | FX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
