1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 24 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, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FB Special | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
