1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1973 Lancia 2000

To start off, both 1973 Checker Aerobus and 1973 Lancia 2000 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 71 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.

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