1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 158 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Singer |
| Model | Lancer | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
