1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor 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 @ 3050 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 534 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | AMC | Morris |
Model | Pacer | Minor |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |