1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 29 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 12 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 3 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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, 1999 Lancia Dedra, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Gremlin | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
