1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1970 Checker Aerobus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Abarth | Checker |
Model | 750 | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 4760 mm |