1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 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 82 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 777 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | Fiesta | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1976 | 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 | 39 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |