1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1964 Austin A 90
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 204 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.
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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 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 | 1964 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Pacer | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 34 L |
