1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 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 51 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 572 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super Snipe | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
