1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | FB Special | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
