1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Humber | Lada |
Model | Super Snipe | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |