1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1952 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1952 Holden FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | FX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
