1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 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 47 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 521 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Super Snipe | Leone |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
