1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 46 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1115 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 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
| Model | Rockette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
