1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1954 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1954 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 790 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1954 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Humber |
| Model | 1900 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
