1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte 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 231 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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 Kia Forte, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Humber | Kia |
Model | Super Snipe | Forte |
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 | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |