1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FB Special | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 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 |
