1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular 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 74 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 432 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1956 Ford Popular | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Gremlin | Popular |
Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |