1980 Audi UR vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 29 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Singer SM 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Singer |
| Model | UR | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
