1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 22 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 227 kg more than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Humber | Reliant |
Model | Super Snipe | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |