1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1974 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin 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 69 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 284 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. 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, 1974 Lancia Beta, 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Gremlin | Beta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
