1984 Holden Camira vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 31 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira 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 169 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
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, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Holden | Singer |
| Model | Camira | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
