1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 51 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 246 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Humber | Hyundai |
Model | Super Snipe | Elantra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |