1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 34 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 406 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Singer |
| Model | Rally Raid | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
