1958 Morgan 4 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1958 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Singer SM 1500 (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. 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, 1951 Singer SM 1500 (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1951 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morgan 4 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Morgan | Singer |
Model | 4 | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |