1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1951 Singer SM 1500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1948 Ferrari 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 166 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 166 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Ferrari 166 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 166 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Singer |
| Model | 166 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
