1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2007 Seat Toledo. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Checker | Seat |
| Model | Aerobus | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2520 mm |
