1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 184 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Singer Gazelle (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Singer Gazelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Singer |
| Model | Lancer | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
