1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 48 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 428 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Kia Rio, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Humber | Kia |
| Model | Super Snipe | Rio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
