1956 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 48 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 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 825 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Super Snipe | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
