1964 Checker Town vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 48 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1964 Checker Town is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Checker Town. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2578 mm |
