1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe 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 69 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 541 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Super Snipe | 15 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
