1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 44 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 466 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Humber | Suzuki |
Model | Super Snipe | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |