C152 preferred trainer. Why? Heavy big people!
I can see why the C152 a good basic machine, very forgiving and tolerent.
When I was training for my PPL aroung 8 years ago, using grass runways during the winter when they are boggy/wet such as Sywell, my instructor was around 200 lbs and I am tall and also around 200 lbs. To fit I could have my shoulder behind his to fit then throw the seat cushion in the back and close doors. Plus full fuel we just made sure we did not stop, just keep it rolling and she would always get off and climb at about 300 ft/min. 700 meter runway no problem at near sea level (sub 500 ft) and cold! Stalls etc apeared to go to plan. Well over weight. In flight test for Weight and Balance check. I suddenly became a 10 stone (140) weakling. otherwise could not carry more than a gallon or two.
The Aerobat version to practice aeros was always advised to never have mre than about 40% fuel to keep it safe. It did what was asked of it.
Reminds me of driving original Minis
Now I have a C172 Rhiems Rocket, A bit more comfort and go!
Still dream of owning a C150 Aerobat after the economy recovers.