1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Austin | Checker |
Model | A 40 | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 4760 mm |