1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1972 Checker Aerobus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1960 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Abarth | Checker |
Model | 500 | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 186 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 4760 mm |