1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1969 Checker Aerobus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia 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) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Checker | Lancia |
| Model | Aerobus | Appia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2520 mm |
