1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 49 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 337 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Humber | Jeep |
Model | Super Snipe | Compass |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |