1961 Singer Gazelle vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 436 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Singer Gazelle | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Singer | Toyota |
| Model | Gazelle | Camry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
