1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 42 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, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 83 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Gremlin | Rio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
