1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1970 Saab 99 is newer by 10 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 38 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 436 kg more than 1970 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99, 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, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Humber | Saab |
| Model | Super Snipe | 99 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
