1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 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 49 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 293 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | AMC | GAZ |
| Model | Gremlin | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
