1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1974 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Abarth | Checker |
| Model | 1300 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 4760 mm |
