2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 795 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
