1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1961 Peugeot 404 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 441 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (180 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Super Snipe | 404 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
