1951 Singer SM 1500 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 60 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), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 650 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 1951 Singer SM 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Singer SM 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion 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 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Singer | Ford |
| Model | SM 1500 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2728 mm |
