1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1959 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 382 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Humber | Jeep |
| Model | Super Snipe | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
