1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1953 Citroen 15 is newer by 2 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 485 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, 1953 Citroen 15, 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Singer |
| Model | 15 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2320 mm |
