1951 Singer SM 1500 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 59 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 696 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Singer SM 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback 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 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Singer | Subaru |
| Model | SM 1500 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2741 mm |
