1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Checker | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aerobus | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |
