1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 57 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 330 kg more than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1952 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1952 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Humber | Kia |
| Model | Super Snipe | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
