1969 Ginetta G15 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1969 Ginetta G15 is newer by 18 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, 1969 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Singer SM 1500 (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1951 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ginetta G15 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Singer |
| Model | G15 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2320 mm |
