1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Checker |
| Model | 75 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4760 mm |
