2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 162 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Singer |
| Model | Fiesta | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
