1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 37 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 216 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Singer SM 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | GMC | Singer |
| Model | Jimmy | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
