1992 Opel Astra vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1992 Opel Astra is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Astra 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 139 kg more than 1992 Opel Astra.
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, 1992 Opel Astra, 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, 1992 Opel Astra (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Astra | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Opel | Singer |
| Model | Astra | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
