1961 Singer Gazelle vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 256 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Singer Gazelle | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Singer | Toyota |
| Model | Gazelle | Model F |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
