1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 60 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 116 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 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Super Snipe | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
