1986 Honda Accord vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 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, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Singer |
Model | Accord | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |