1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 26 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Mazda | Singer |
Model | 121 | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 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 | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |