1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
Make | AMC | Fiat |
Model | Pacer | 130 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |