1953 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1956 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Super Snipe | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Humber | Morgan |
| Model | Super Snipe | 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
