2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 55 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot Partner (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot Partner 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 9 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
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, 2008 Peugeot Partner, 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 Peugeot Partner (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot Partner | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Singer |
| Model | Partner | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
