1979 Austin Marina vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 29 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, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina.
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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Marina | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
