1964 Checker Town vs. 1973 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 715 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1973 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town | Vega |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2480 mm |
