1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 476 kg more than 1953 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | FX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
