1954 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,136 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 842 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta.
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 Humber Super Snipe | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Humber | Lancia |
| Model | Super Snipe | Beta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
