1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno 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 80 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 751 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 1960 Humber Super Snipe
Make Fiat Humber
Model Uno Super Snipe
Year Released 1990 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2964 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2800 mm


 

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