1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1969 Seat 600 is newer by 14 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 90 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. 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 | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Humber | Seat |
| Model | Super Snipe | 600 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
