1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1956 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1956 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Humber |
| Model | Giulietta | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
