1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1994 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1994 Fiat Tempra is newer by 24 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 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 25 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 137 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1994 Fiat Tempra, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1994 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Gremlin | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
