1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant 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, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 296 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super Snipe | Galant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
