1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 46 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 494 kg more than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
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, 2006 Kia Rio, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Humber | Kia |
| Model | Super Snipe | Rio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
