1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1959 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 92 kg more than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Humber |
| Model | 6C | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
