1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon 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 58 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 672 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Humber Super Snipe 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Humber Kia
Model Super Snipe Pride Wagon
Year Released 1959 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 121 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1492 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2350 mm


 

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