1988 Austin Montego vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 37 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 146 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Holden FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Holden FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | FX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
