1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 41 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 1 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Humber | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super Snipe | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
