1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 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 53 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 217 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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 (251 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | AMC | Simca |
| Model | Gremlin | 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
