1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 531 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super Snipe | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |
