1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 24 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 31 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette weights approximately 16 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | Rockette | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
