2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 51 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 136 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Ford | Singer |
Model | Transit Connect | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |