1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 357 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Humber | Opel |
| Model | Super Snipe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
