1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1996 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 1996 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 32 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, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 273 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.

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, 1996 Hyundai Elantra, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. 1996 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1964 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1964 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Humber Super Snipe 1996 Hyundai Elantra
Make Humber Hyundai
Model Super Snipe Elantra
Year Released 1964 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1233 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2560 mm