1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1970 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1970 Checker Aerobus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1970 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Checker |
Model | Coupe | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4760 mm |