1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | FX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
