1957 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 609 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette 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 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | DS | Rockette |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |