1951 Singer SM 1500 vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1954 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Singer SM 1500 (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1951 Singer SM 1500 (98 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1951 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Singer SM 1500 | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Singer | Volkswagen |
Model | SM 1500 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |