1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 377 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Holden | Humber |
Model | Monaro | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |