1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 30 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona 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 49 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1983 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Singer |
| Model | Daytona | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
