2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 5, 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 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Singer |
| Model | 5 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 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 | 1475 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
