1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 43 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 24 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Super Snipe | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
