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Fairthorpe Rockette

General information

ModelFairthorpe Rockette
Year1962
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power73.00 PS (54 kW or 72 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque126.00 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed154.0 km/h (95.7 mph)
0-50 miles9.2 seconds
0-60 miles13.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1027 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle7 m (287.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight711 kg (1,567.5 pounds)
Overall length3740 mm (147.2 inches)
Overall width1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Overall height1170 mm (46.1 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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