1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta 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 87 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 576 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | AMC | ZAZ |
Model | Gremlin | Jalta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |