1980 Ford Granada vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1980 Ford Granada is newer by 30 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 550 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | FX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
