Posted on 3/30/2023
Carburetors and fuel injection systems are fuel delivery systems essential to your vehicle's engine operation. In today's blog, we will go over the different attributes of carburetors and fuel injection systems and their pros and cons. Carburetors A carburetor is a device that mixes air and fuel in the correct ratio before it enters the engine. Carburetors were popular in older vehicles, but today, they are rarely used in modern cars. Carburetors work by creating a vacuum that draws air into the engine, and fuel is added in the correct proportion through a nozzle or venturi. The carburetor then creates a combustible mixture, which is sent to the engine's cylinders for combustion. Pros of Carburetors: More straightforward design and easier to maintain Lower cost compared to fuel injection systems Cons of Carburetors: Less efficient than fuel injection systems Less precise fuel and air mixture More susceptible to cold-start issues More difficult to adjust for differe ... read more