1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1990 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1990 Infiniti G20 is newer by 31 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, 1990 Infiniti G20 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti G20 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 247 kg more than 1990 Infiniti G20.
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, 1990 Infiniti G20, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1990 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Humber | Infiniti |
| Model | Super Snipe | G20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
