1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 4 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Gremlin | 16 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
