1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AMC | Morgan |
Model | Gremlin | 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |