1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 18 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 131 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1987 Citroen AX, 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Checker | Citroen |
| Model | Aerobus | AX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2290 mm |
