1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 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 162 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Aerobus | 126 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 1850 mm |
