1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 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) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 572 kg more than 1952 Peugeot 203. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Humber | Peugeot |
Model | Super Snipe | 203 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |