1999 Opel Omega vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 666 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, 1999 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
Make | Opel | Singer |
Model | Omega | Gazelle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |