1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1956 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1958 Alpine A 106 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Singer Gazelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Singer Gazelle. (48 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1956 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 461 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1956 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Alpine | Singer |
| Model | A 106 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 34 L |
