1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Humber | Mazda |
Model | Super Snipe | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |