1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 59 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, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens 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 238 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens.
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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Humber Super Snipe | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Humber | Kia |
Model | Super Snipe | Carens |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |