1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 37 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 269 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 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Rockette | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
