1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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 Today 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, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette has manual transmission. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | Rockette | Today |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
