1961 Singer Gazelle vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Singer Gazelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 119 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1961 Singer Gazelle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Singer Gazelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Singer Gazelle (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Singer Gazelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Singer Gazelle | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Singer | Toyota |
| Model | Gazelle | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
