1984 Fiat 126 vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 is newer by 32 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Holden FX (51 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Holden FX weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. 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, 1952 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 1952 Holden FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | FX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
