1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2007 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Humber Super Snipe 2007 Toyota Prius
Make Humber Toyota
Model Super Snipe Prius
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 121 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 84.6 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1492 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2710 mm


 

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