1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 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 56 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 56 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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 (265 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Gremlin | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
