1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1973 Simca 1100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 873 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Humber Super Snipe 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 1952 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100, 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Humber | Simca |
| Model | Super Snipe | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
