1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 82 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | Aerostar | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |