1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 903 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 128 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2950 mm |
