1986 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 65 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 596 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1986 Ford Escort, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Escort | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
