2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1949 Holden FX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 106 kg more than 1949 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1949 Holden FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | SSR | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
