2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 46 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 606 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Singer |
| Model | Colt | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 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 | 1650 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
