1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 28 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 456 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Singer |
| Model | Jalpa | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
