1953 Singer SM 1500 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 47 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL 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 105 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 2000 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Singer SM 1500 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Singer | Acura |
| Model | SM 1500 | EL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 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 | 1184 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2619 mm |
