1953 Singer SM 1500 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Singer SM 1500 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Singer | Wartburg |
Model | SM 1500 | 311 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 78 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |