1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1965 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 400 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | FB Special | Kadett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |