1951 Singer SM 1500 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 26 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 250 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 1977 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1951 Singer SM 1500 has manual transmission. 1951 Singer SM 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Singer SM 1500 | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Singer | Chrysler |
| Model | SM 1500 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
