1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 169 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1978 AMC Pacer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 AMC Pacer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Flavia 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 | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Pacer | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
