2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Singer SM 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Singer SM 1500 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Singer SM 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1953 Singer SM 1500 (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Singer SM 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Singer |
| Model | Carol | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
