1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1959 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 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 3 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 492 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Humber | Talbot |
Model | Super Snipe | 2500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |