1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1978 AMC Pacer

To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 789 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Abarth 700 1978 AMC Pacer
Make Abarth AMC
Model 700 Pacer
Year Released 1963 1978
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 695 cc 3802 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 3050 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1359 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 83 L


 

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