1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1962 Abarth 700 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 916 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Abarth | Humber |
Model | 700 | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |