1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 37 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, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 23 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | AMC | MG |
| Model | Gremlin | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
