1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FB Special | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
