1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1978 AMC Pacer
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo 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:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1978 AMC Pacer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
Model | Carabo | Pacer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |