1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 18 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 26 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 481 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian. 1978 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1960 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1960 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Humber | Isuzu |
| Model | Super Snipe | Florian |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
