1953 Singer SM 1500 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia 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 54 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Singer | Skoda |
| Model | SM 1500 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
