1953 Singer SM 1500 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aspire is newer by 42 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, 1995 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Because 1953 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 1953 Singer SM 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire, 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 Singer SM 1500 (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Singer SM 1500 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Singer | Ford |
Model | SM 1500 | Aspire |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |