1990 Citroen XM vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 30 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 9 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 226 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. 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, 1990 Citroen XM, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Citroen | Humber |
| Model | XM | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 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 | 1280 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
