1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 53 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 233 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma 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 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Humber | Fiat |
| Model | Super Snipe | Croma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
