1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 447 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. 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, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Super Snipe | Etude |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
