1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 444 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | AMC | Morgan |
Model | Gremlin | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |