2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 50 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 326 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Doblo | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
