1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1960 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe 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 78 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 567 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1960 Nissan Bluebird 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Humber | Nissan |
| Model | Super Snipe | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
