1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 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 73 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 627 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Gremlin | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
