1981 Ford Granada vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1956 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Granada | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
