1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1953 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 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 84 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 555 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1953 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Gremlin | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
