1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 16 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 66 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 506 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Humber | Plymouth |
| Model | Super Snipe | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
