1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 45 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Humber | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Super Snipe | 156 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
