1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 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 60 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 913 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Punto | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
