1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 224 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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 Nissan Cube, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Humber | Nissan |
Model | Super Snipe | Cube |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |