1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 1972 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1811 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4, 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
Make | Checker | Citroen |
Model | Aerobus | Dyane 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2410 mm |