1966 Holden HD vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | HD | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
