1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 384 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.
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, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Rockette | Escort |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |