1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX 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 59 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 206 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | AMC | Holden |
Model | Gremlin | FX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |