1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 43 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 377 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | AMC | Mazda |
Model | Gremlin | Familia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |