1977 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 154 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Accord | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
