1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 171 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 (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | AMC | Austin-Healey |
Model | Pacer | Tickford |
Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |