1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, both 1970 Checker Aerobus and 1970 Lancia 2000 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000, 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Checker | Lancia |
Model | Aerobus | 2000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |