1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 28 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, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 447 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | AMC | Westfield |
Model | Gremlin | ZEI |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |