1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 31 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 35 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 566 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Shuttle 1960 Humber Super Snipe
Make Honda Humber
Model Shuttle Super Snipe
Year Released 1991 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 2964 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2800 mm


 

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