2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit is newer by 52 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 465 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Esprit | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Singer |
| Model | Esprit | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
