1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe 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 37 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |
