1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FB Special | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
