1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus 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 127 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 1978 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1972 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1972 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2500 mm |
