1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 AMC Pacer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 AMC Pacer would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 328 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | AMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Pacer | 155 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
