1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic 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 179 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Humber | Honda |
Model | Super Snipe | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |