1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 54 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 252 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe 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 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Humber | Mini |
Model | Super Snipe | Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2467 mm |