1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 375 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 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 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Pacer | 203 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
