1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 21 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 119 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro, 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Austin | Checker |
| Model | Maestro | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4760 mm |
