1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 is newer by 7 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 186 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Peugeot | Singer |
| Model | 504 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
