1956 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Humber Super Snipe 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 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 920 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Super Snipe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
