1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 43 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 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 144 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Singer |
| Model | 155 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1184 kg |
