1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 53 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1948 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1948 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Humber Super Snipe | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Humber | Land Rover |
| Model | Super Snipe | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2560 mm |
