1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 82 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | AMC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Pacer | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
