1966 Checker Town vs. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
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:
| 1966 Checker Town | 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
