1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 24 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 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Gremlin | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
