1956 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1982 Toyota Soarer is newer by 26 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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 710 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer.
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. 1982 Toyota Soarer 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. 1982 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Humber Super Snipe | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Super Snipe | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
