1985 Honda Accord vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 310 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 1951 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 1951 Singer SM 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Accord | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
