1984 Renault R5 vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault R5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (105 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1953 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Renault | Singer |
| Model | R5 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1184 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
