1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 32 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 291 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | AMC | Smart |
| Model | Gremlin | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
