1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus 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 73 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | 132 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2560 mm |
