1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 896 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500 | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 500 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
