1993 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 40 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 132 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Plymouth Acclaim | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Plymouth | Singer |
Model | Acclaim | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |