1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 38 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 108 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super Snipe | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
