1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 23 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 629 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, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | Rockette | 25 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
