1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 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 18 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4. 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 | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Humber | Morgan |
| Model | Super Snipe | 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
