1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1971 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2550 mm |
