1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1956 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 3 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Singer Gazelle. (48 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Singer Gazelle.
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:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1956 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Singer |
| Model | 1500 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
