1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 2000 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Partner is newer by 38 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 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 474 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
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, 2000 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2000 Peugeot Partner (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 2000 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Rockette | Partner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
