1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1969 TVR Vixen is newer by 10 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 33 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 754 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Humber | TVR |
Model | Super Snipe | Vixen |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |