1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 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 126 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2230 mm |
