1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 23 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 114 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. 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, 1992 Citroen BX, 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Checker | Citroen |
| Model | Aerobus | BX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |
