2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 56 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 84 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Singer |
| Model | Grande Punto | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 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 | 1100 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
