1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 40 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 74 kg more than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja. 2004 Subaru Baja 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. 2004 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Super Snipe | Baja |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
