1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 35 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | AMC | Ascari |
Model | Gremlin | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |