1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Checker | Lancia |
| Model | Aerobus | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2670 mm |
