1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 44 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 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 49 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Singer |
Model | 145 | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |