1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1957 Lancia Appia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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:
| 1955 Humber Super Snipe | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Humber | Lancia |
| Model | Super Snipe | Appia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
