1953 Singer SM 1500 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 54 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 465 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1953 Singer SM 1500 has manual transmission. 1953 Singer SM 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Singer SM 1500 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Singer | Toyota |
Model | SM 1500 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3240 mm |