1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1946 Citroen 15
To start off, 1969 Checker Aerobus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1946 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Checker Aerobus 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 1969 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 15, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1946 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Checker | Citroen |
| Model | Aerobus | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3100 mm |
