1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 48 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, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 228 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane.
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, 2000 Renault Safrane, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Super Snipe | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
