1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 38 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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, 2011 Kia Rio, 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Checker | Kia |
| Model | Aerobus | Rio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2499 mm |
