1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 39 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Rockette | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
