1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1959 Austin A 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,136 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1954 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Austin | Humber |
| Model | A 40 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
