1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse 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 115 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Checker | Triumph |
| Model | Aerobus | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2270 mm |
