2001 Honda Z vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 120 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Singer SM 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Singer SM 1500 (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Z | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
