1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 38 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia 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 40 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1997 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia 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 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Humber | Citroen |
| Model | Super Snipe | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
