1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Singer SM 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, 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, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Singer |
| Model | Visa | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
