1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1956 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1967 Alpine A 110 is newer by 11 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, 1967 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Singer Gazelle. (48 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1956 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 441 kg more than 1967 Alpine A 110.
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:
| 1967 Alpine A 110 | 1956 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Alpine | Singer |
| Model | A 110 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |
