1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette 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 16 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
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, 1965 Innocenti IM 3, 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, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Innocenti |
| Model | Rockette | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
