1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 424 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, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Rockette | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |