1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 35 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, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charmant | FX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
