1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 949 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.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
| Model | Rockette | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
