1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe

To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,086 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Humber Super Snipe (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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 Humber Super Snipe 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Make Humber MCC
Model Super Snipe Smart & Pulse City Coupe
Year Released 1948 1998
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4086 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 63.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 120 mm 63 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 22 L


 

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