1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 28 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 294 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Mazda | Singer |
Model | 121 | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |