1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1992 Rover 620i

To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 32 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 11 more horse power than 1992 Rover 620i. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 620i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 251 kg more than 1992 Rover 620i. 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, 1992 Rover 620i, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Humber Super Snipe 1992 Rover 620i
Make Humber Rover
Model Super Snipe 620i
Year Released 1960 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2964 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 88 mm
Top Speed 152 km/hour 198 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 65 L


 

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