1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | |
| Make | AMC | Armstrong Siddeley |
| Model | Gremlin | 16 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2930 mm |
