2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Singer SM 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Singer |
| Model | Stilo | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
