1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 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, 1953 Holden FX (136 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 1953 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | FX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
