1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 34 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 621 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 158 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Humber | Lotec |
| Model | Super Snipe | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 742 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1650 kg |
