1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 122 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | 128 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2240 mm |
