1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 15 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 142 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Singer |
| Model | Cedric | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
