1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1987 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Checker |
| Model | 75 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4760 mm |
