1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 32 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 19 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 622 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1991 Rover 100 | |
Make | Humber | Rover |
Model | Super Snipe | 100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |