1984 Citroen LN vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 24 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 89 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 796 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. 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, 1984 Citroen LN, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen LN 1960 Humber Super Snipe
Make Citroen Humber
Model LN Super Snipe
Year Released 1984 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 2964 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 72 L


 

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