1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 109 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Checker Aerobus | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Checker | Lancia |
Model | Aerobus | Flavia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |