1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Singer Gazelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 64 kg more than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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, 1961 Singer Gazelle (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Singer Gazelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Singer |
| Model | Bagheera | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
