2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1972 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 1972 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Checker |
| Model | Spider | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 4760 mm |
