1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 33 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 40 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 437 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | AMC | MCC |
| Model | Gremlin | Smart |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
