1985 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Reliant Scimitar | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Reliant | Singer |
| Model | Scimitar | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2320 mm |
