1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | Checker | Morris |
Model | Aerobus | Isis |
Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2470 mm |