1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1970 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 11 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 62 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 462 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Humber | Jeep |
| Model | Super Snipe | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| 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 | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2060 mm |
