1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 40 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna 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 122 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super Snipe | Magna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
