1951 Singer SM 1500 vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 43 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, 1994 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1994 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Singer SM 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Singer SM 1500 | 1994 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Singer | Suzuki |
| Model | SM 1500 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
