1956 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1956 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Hawk would be higher. 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 44 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 530 kg more than 1954 Humber Hawk. 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:
| 1956 Humber Super Snipe | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Humber | Humber |
| Model | Super Snipe | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
