1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1978 Simca 1307
To start off, 1978 Simca 1307 is newer by 19 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 54 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 452 kg more than 1978 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1307. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1978 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Humber | Simca |
| Model | Super Snipe | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
