1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 34 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3210 mm |
