1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 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 41 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Super Snipe | 929 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
