1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Checker | Subaru |
| Model | Aerobus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2624 mm |
