1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 29 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 52 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 661 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Uno | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
