1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Gremlin | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
