1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda 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, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (57 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Panda, 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, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Singer |
| Model | Panda | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
