1956 Opel Kapitan vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1961 Singer Gazelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Opel Kapitan (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Opel Kapitan should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 171 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Opel Kapitan | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Opel | Singer |
| Model | Kapitan | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
