1986 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort 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 274 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort, 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 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Ford | Singer |
Model | Escort | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |