1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 50 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 404 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Hyundai Accent 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. 2010 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Humber | Hyundai |
| Model | Super Snipe | Accent |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
