1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 15 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 64 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 822 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Humber |
| Model | Consorte | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
