1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 703 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Humber |
| Model | Giulia | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
