2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 47 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1961 Singer Gazelle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Singer Gazelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Singer Gazelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Singer |
| Model | Palio | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
