2004 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 27 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Civic | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 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 |
