1961 Singer Gazelle vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 51 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Singer Gazelle | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Singer | Suzuki |
| Model | Gazelle | Equator |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
