1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Super Snipe | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
