1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 243 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Pacer | 130 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
