1999 MCC Smart vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 38 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, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 344 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Singer Gazelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1961 Singer Gazelle has manual transmission. 1961 Singer Gazelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | MCC | Singer |
| Model | Smart | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
