1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 69 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Humber | Ford |
| Model | Super Snipe | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
