2001 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic 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 92 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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, 2001 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Civic | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
