1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 526 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. 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, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Humber | Simca |
| Model | Super Snipe | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 39 L |
