1990 Austin Montego vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 643 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego, 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Austin | Humber |
Model | Montego | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |