2008 Honda Element vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 57 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Singer SM 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1951 Singer SM 1500 has manual transmission. 1951 Singer SM 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Element | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
