1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 53 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, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus 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 185 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus 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 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Humber | Ford |
| Model | Super Snipe | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
