1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1967 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 72 kg more than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Campagnola 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:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1967 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Pacer | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
