2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 53 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion 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 354 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Singer |
| Model | Sirion | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
