1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 527 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Humber | Smart |
Model | Super Snipe | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1820 mm |