1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 231 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rockette | Galant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
