1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. 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 145 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Checker | Smart |
Model | Aerobus | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 1820 mm |