1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 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 74 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Checker | Fiat |
Model | Aerobus | 131 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2500 mm |