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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 514 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, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 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.
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 | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
