1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 12 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 94 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Super Snipe | Chante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
