1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 621 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 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Rockette | S-MX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |