1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 14 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 3 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 532 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Super Snipe | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
