1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Humber | Smart |
| Model | Super Snipe | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
