1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1964 Isuzu Minx is newer by 13 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Singer SM 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Minx | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Singer |
| Model | Minx | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
