1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 30 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 91 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 852 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
Model | Super Snipe | Minica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |