1975 Simca 1100 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1975 Simca 1100 is newer by 24 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 3 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Because 1951 Singer SM 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Singer SM 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Simca | Singer |
| Model | 1100 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
