1956 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1979 Toyota Tercel

To start off, 1979 Toyota Tercel 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1979 Toyota Tercel.

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, 1979 Toyota Tercel, 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. 1979 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1956 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1956 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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