1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 50 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 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 883 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Humber Super Snipe | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Humber | Vauxhall |
Model | Super Snipe | VX220 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |