1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 30 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 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Humber | Talbot |
| Model | Super Snipe | Samba |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 954 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 | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
