1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 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 32 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 602 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Honda | Humber |
Model | Prelude | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |