1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 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 163 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Checker | Trabant |
Model | Aerobus | P 70 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2390 mm |