1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline 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 70 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Checker | Fiat |
Model | Aerobus | Berline |
Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |