1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1968 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1969 Checker Aerobus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini 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 144 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1968 Innocenti Mini, 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1968 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Checker | Innocenti |
| Model | Aerobus | Mini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2050 mm |
