1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette weights approximately 171 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Rockette | Light |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
