1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 153 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
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 Seat Alhambra, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Humber | Seat |
Model | Super Snipe | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |