1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 604 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | Rockette | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
