1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 50 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Super Snipe | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
