1984 Audi 80 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 1984 Audi 80 is newer by 22 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, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 80 weights approximately 219 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, 1984 Audi 80, 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, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 80 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 80 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
