1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 979 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Tatra |
Model | Rockette | T613 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2990 mm |