1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine 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 152 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1773 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Checker | Renault |
Model | Aerobus | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2280 mm |