1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 706 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro, 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, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Austin | Humber |
| Model | Allegro | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
