1966 Holden HD vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 37 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | HD | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
