1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica 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 36 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 108 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, 2006 Tata Indica, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Humber | Tata |
| Model | Super Snipe | Indica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
