2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 344 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 780 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
