1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 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 72 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 9 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 (265 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | AMC | Fiat |
Model | Gremlin | 1400 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |