1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Checker | Hyundai |
| Model | Aerobus | i10 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2390 mm |
