1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1954 Austin A 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1951 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Singer |
Model | A 70 | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |