1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 46 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 389 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.

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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet 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 2005 Hyundai Trajet
Make Humber Hyundai
Model Super Snipe Trajet
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 121 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1492 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2840 mm


 

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