1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 25 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (75 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 220 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 131 | FX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
