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


 

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