1953 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 56 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1953 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1953 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Super Snipe | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Humber | Kia |
| Model | Super Snipe | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
