1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 33 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 294 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Singer |
Model | Alfasud | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |