1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1970 AMC Gremlin
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 15 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 6 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1970 AMC Gremlin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 90 | Gremlin |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
