1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 76 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Super Snipe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
