1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 34 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 304 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 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, 1996 Citroen ZX, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | ZX | Rockette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
