1956 Citroen 11 vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, both 1956 Citroen 11 and 1956 Humber Super Snipe were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 695 kg more than 1956 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1956 Citroen 11 | 1956 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Citroen | Humber |
| Model | 11 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2950 mm |
