1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 486 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 Liberty 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 Liberty 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 Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty | |
| Make | Humber | Jeep |
| Model | Super Snipe | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
