1985 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 1 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 364 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 1985 Honda Accord, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Honda | Humber |
Model | Accord | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |