1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 51 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Humber | Hyundai |
| Model | Super Snipe | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
