1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 349 kg more than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Humber | Hyundai |
| Model | Super Snipe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
