1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 21 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 186 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Singer |
| Model | GT | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
