2005 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 17 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Civic | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
