1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 37 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, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango 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 196 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
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, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Humber | Seat |
| Model | Super Snipe | Tango |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
