2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 294 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Kalos | Rockette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
