1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 44 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (115 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 345 kg more than 1950 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Scorpio | FX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
