1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone 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 61 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 542 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone 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, 1973 Subaru Leone 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Humber | Subaru |
Model | Super Snipe | Leone |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |