1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 39 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 719 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 426 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Humber Super Snipe | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Humber | Lotec |
Model | Super Snipe | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 5498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |